Anna Jones’ recipes for easy carrot and apple flapjacks and rainbow snack platter — theguardian.com

Unfortunately, my sweet tooth hasn’t skipped a generation and my son is as keen on ice-cream as I am, but I try to keep sugar at home to a minimum. These little squares are sweetened with dried fruit and maple syrup, and, as sweet things go, are pretty healthy. Most kids love to have some choice in what they eat, so a lot of successful dinners, snacks and treats centre around a big platter for us all to choose from. I have made one like this for a family afternoon movie and for the end of a grownup dinner with equal success. Who says a carrot can’t be a treat?

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